Alina, a 35-year-old-woman with terminal cancer, has been in hospice care for one month, when her condition unexpectedly improved. Which of the following statements is FALSE about situations like this?

A. Alina has the choice to remain in hospice care or resume curative treatment.
B. Alina can reinstate Medicare or other insurance to pursue curative treatment.
C. Alina may live longer than expected due to the extra care and support from hospice care.
D. If Alina exceeds 6 months of hospice care, her insurance will no longer pay for it.


Answer: D

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